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Q: Sex during pill-free week ?

asked by: michelle.c on October 23rd, 2008

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I've been told that having sex even during the placebo pill week is generally safe. But my pill packet only has 21 pills, thereby leaving me with literally pill-free week before starting a new pack. Is it still safe to have sex during these 7 off-pill days? Thanks!

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Maddie34

replied on October 23rd, 2008

Moderator

Yep, as long as you've been taking your pills correctly with no missed pills for an entire week beforehand then you're protected.

But after that week, you NEED to start your new pack on time.

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